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The cottage is completely furnished with everything you need for a summer stay at the Indiana Dunes. Quiet community. The nearby Dunes State Park offers miles and miles of hiking and bike paths. A nature lovers paradise!

Reviews

5/5 -

(5 traveler reviews)

Wonderful and Friendly

While it did not work out to stay at this location this time, I have stayed here in the past and it is truly the best place I could find in the area for what my idea of a beach vacation would be. I wanted to leave this review however because even though I did not get to stay here this time, Deb was so willing to help and accommodate us in a bad situation when another location selected was nearly cancelled last minute for a wedding. She went above and beyond to try to make things work for us and is the friendliest and most knowledgeable host (I believe) in the area. I would recommend her and her locations to anyone who asks in the future and am looking forward to our stay next summer at this beautiful little beach cottage!

You Can Not find a better location on the lake!

My 3 daughters, my mom and I spent a wonderful week at Sandy Nook! We were delighted and surprised at how perfect this lovely pink cottage was! From morning coffee on the deck with views of the lake, to lazy days on the beach, to barbecues, gorgeous sunsets, and family game night in the evenings---it was everything we had hoped for! All this and the sound of the waves as you fall asleep....just delightful! We can't wait to go back again!

A perfect vacation!

I spent the month of June at Sandy Nook, and it was amazing! The cottage was great - everything I needed was right there, and it's super cute. And, you really can't beat the location. I spent every day running & hiking at the Indiana Dunes State Park and then hanging out with my son at the beach which was just steps from the cottage. I wish we could've spent the entire summer there! We had no problems/concerns, but Deb & her husband were super friendly and right there if we would've needed anything.

Lake love

It's hard to believe that you can find a spot that is so desirable as a vacation spot right here in Indiana. The spotless, fully equipped cottage welcomes you to a restful roost on the top of a dune, a few steps from the private beach. I have brought foreign visitors and Hoosiers alike to this spot and all agree it is an experience they will never forget. The views from the cottage showcase the mighty Great Lake, beautiful sunsets framed by the Chicago skyline are as relaxing as if you were seaside. Indeed, the surf lulls you to sleep and if you are a Lake Michigan lover, this is the spot for you.

Nearby are excellent shopping, great dining, lovely dune nature preserves inside both a state park and the National Lakeshore. The country's only remaining electric commuter train, the South Shore, is close, easily accessible, and ends at Randolph Street Station across from Millenial Park in Chicago. There's something for everybody in this neck of the woods, and this property is a perfect place to discover Harbor Country from.

I am a repeat renter, and it is always the highlight of my summer.

Submitted: Aug 6, 2013

Stayed: Jul 2013

Source: VRBO, from HomeAway

Owner's Response: Thank you Genene for the great review. We try very hard to make sure that our guests enjoy their stay at Sandy Nook and leave feeling the exact way you expressed yourself in your review. We look forward to your visit every year! Take care--Deb

Perfect!

If you enjoy Lakeviews, the sound of the waves against the shore and a private beach this is the place for you! Super cute with lots of character is the only way to describe this lakeside cottage! Everyone is super friendly-dogs and humans alike! Perfect vacation on the lake with your dog at your side!

Submitted: May 31, 2013

Stayed: Aug 2012

Source: VRBO, from HomeAway

Owner's Response: Thank you Talisa for your wonderful review highlighting your stay and Sandy Nook. We pride ourselves on the fact that we welcome the family pet to come along and enjoy the shores of Lake Michigan. Hope to see you soon. Take care--Deb